Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 24, 2017

If you have questions or concerns, there’s a real human being available to respond to your inquiries and that’s rare in the social media space. The focus is on layout, design, search, language, posting, and analytics to maximize how page content is presented in the News Feed. Thanks LinkedIn!

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.orgSource

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

With limited access to body language, tone, and context, precise communication becomes an essential skill. While listeners are responsible for hearing what is said before formulating a response and asking follow-up questions that ensure they have correctly understood. But we also paid special attention to looking after each other. “To

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Whole Whale

APRIL 26, 2022

In April of 2022, Google quietly rolled out a very interesting feature called ‘Assistive Writer’ which automatically identifies noninclusive language like a spell checker. The tool, powered by a language processing AI, flags gendered language as well as other words like ‘landlord’ and suggests that they may be noninclusive.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Our Ask An Expert series features real questions answered by Claire Axelrad, J.D., Today’s question come from a nonprofit employee who want advice on how to budget and pay for capital campaign fundraising expenses: . The problem you describe is that of accounting and development not speaking the same language. . Much success!

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 20, 2024

The question now is — what do we do with all this? Be Selective In The Use Of Large Language Models We all have heard it: Generative AI is predicting the most likely response to your prompt based on what it has already consumed. AI is now a core part of Microsoft’s suite. At Google, Bard becames Gemini. The answer: Use it.

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Candid

JUNE 7, 2023

As a member of Generation Z (Gen Z), or today’s 11- to 26-year-olds, I have been curious about the advice given to nonprofits on capturing younger audiences’ attention. But other suggestions, like using pop culture slang and memes to catch Gen Z’s shorter attention span, feel a little off.

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Forum One

MARCH 12, 2024

We’d love to hear what questions you have about integrating AI into your social media practice, whether you raise your hand at NTC or send us a message later. We’ll share more after the session and dive into some of the questions we’ll tackle here: Everything’s changing so fast, is everyone already using AI? Template creation.

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

If you want to win at the game of building donor relationships, your communications with donors should invite a response — showing that you welcome their questions, comments, and feedback. That means you need to pay attention to what you are sharing with donors and when, and how often they hear from you. Simple as that.

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Classy

APRIL 9, 2021

Leverage Language and Formatting From Past Grants. Many grant applications will ask similar questions, such as what programs or materials you need funding for and why, how your nonprofit makes an impact in the community, and how you’ll measure success if selected for the award. Keeping within word limits for any narrative questions.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Call attention to and recognize cooperative behavior. Bjorn Billhardt Nathan Kracklauer Today, the authors answer these questions for us: Question : How will readers benefit from making the book part of a book club experience as you recommend readers do? Model cooperative behavior.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 27, 2024

Give the speaker your full attention and keep an open, receptive mind. Toward the end of the book is Appendix C, which lists 45 core questions to help you assess job applicants. And with the latest entry being 2023 – when Google released its generative AI natural language processing tool. Only one person talks at a time.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Does negativity and alarm really raise funds?” —John, CEO of a civic education nonprofit Dear John, This is a top-of-mind question for many fundraising professionals. Since negative information draws greater attention, many may believe it has greater validity. This might be why bad news seems to garner more attention.

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Achieve

JULY 27, 2017

How can an individual turn his or her attention from the general issues present in so many communities to the importance of one issue affecting a group of people they may have never met before? When it comes to developing messaging for a fundraising appeal, I’m asked one question more than any other: How do I get started?

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Nonprofits Source

MAY 6, 2024

Implement inclusive language and content. Pay attention to subject lines. Use these strategies to hook your recruitment email recipients immediately: Pose a question. Asking your readers a question is more likely to engage them than a simple statement. Create urgency.

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Get Fully Funded

APRIL 23, 2023

To do that, you have to connect with them emotionally through a story, a photo, and hero language that makes them feel special and important, like they personally stepped in and made a difference through their gift. This is really important if you know the donor because it shows them you’re paying attention and noticed their donation.

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Greater Giving

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Call to Action with Contact Information : Provide ways for guests to reach you for reservations, questions, or clarifications. Attention Grabbing Headline This is your chance to grab the attention of your reader and get them to pay attention to this special gala invitation. Digital or Physical?

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M+R

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

All of the questions we asked about the audience to develop relevant creative apply here as well. The answers should be more clear since we are talking about one specific mind rather than an audience’s collective experience, and there is often the opportunity to ask these questions directly. Honest, human language matters.

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NonProfit Hub

APRIL 17, 2024

For example, you can answer these questions: What communication platforms do these individuals use? Then, strategize ways to match your language, tone, and style to your audience’s interests. Options to read your content in different languages depending on your audience’s needs. Simple language free of jargon.

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Whole Whale

APRIL 14, 2021

Here are some ways to inspire Gen Z: Have an engagement strategy that includes content that not only calls attention, but is inspiring. Don’t use gimmicks, or gimmicky language. Provide a space for them to ask questions and be ready to answer tough questions. Share personal stories of your advocates and volunteers.

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 9, 2023

If we had known the full consequences of Steve Jobs showing us that first iPhone on stage in 2007 and its impacts on our lives, attention, interactions, children, environment, physical and mental health, what hard questions would we have asked? We didn’t ask. Undoubtedly, the tools we use to shape the world end up shaping us.

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Forum One

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

If your organization requires the translation of content to languages other than English, it means that your audience is multicultural, multilingual, and diverse. Translating content from English to any other language presents challenges that go beyond the selection of accurate words. What phrases or slang words do they use?

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M+R

JULY 10, 2023

What works best is to ask yourself specific questions that help you see your own writing through fresh eyes and spot opportunities for revision that will make your copy sing. Eliminate, or clarify, any jargon or Official Language that may be opaque to readers. Some other things to listen for or look for: Repetitive language.

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Association Analytics

JULY 22, 2021

Use visualizations to see gaps that need attention. For example, if you are hosting an in-person seminar ask the attendees to text questions to you (and give them an incentive to do it). This will help reduce confusion and create a common business language. It’s an easy way to collect phone numbers for your database.

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Get Fully Funded

AUGUST 8, 2022

Nothing is more boring than boilerplate language: “Your donation will help us bridge the gap between mental illness and health care”. There is a huge need for adequate medical care and attention for for those struggling with mental illness. Be fully prepared to answer the questions your donor probably already has in her mind.

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The Modern Nonprofit

MARCH 26, 2024

However, the real challenge begins when the initial urgency subsides and public attention shifts away. Having these elements in place not only positions you to capitalize on the increased attention during emergencies but also provides a clear pathway for donors to continue their support. This builds a connection.

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Qgiv

JULY 27, 2021

It builds that trust and earns their attention, so when you do have something to ask them, they’ll pay attention. It may seem like they’re repeating themselves, but repeating something in exactly the same language is not the same as repeating the message you want to get across in a variety of ways. What is in it for me?

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Neon CRM

OCTOBER 31, 2023

How can you connect with your donors despite all the other ads, social messages, texts, and emails that are vying for their attention? Ditch the industry jargon and formal language when writing or speaking with your supporters. Invite donors and other supporters to ask questions about your work, mission, and organization.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Have Them at Hello Start with an irresistible subject line that’s 50 characters or less and grabs your audience’s attention: Convey urgency. (“Our Ask a question. (“How When segmenting your list, be careful about language that could alienate certain donors. Our supply of pantry items will last only 30 days.”) Personalize it. (“Joe,

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Get Fully Funded

OCTOBER 31, 2022

If your website is outdated or looks homemade, that also leaves people questioning if they can trust you with their money. Because you have such a small amount of time to grab your reader’s attention, you need to catch their eye immediately. Questions make good headings like “Do you want to help families in need?”

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

The specific practice skills include these three: Ask empowering questions. Pay close attention to interactions with other people. Be aware of what they say, how they say it and body language. Ask Good Questions. Often, these types of questions focus on failure or betray that the questioner has an agenda.

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ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 6, 2021

You kindly ask for assistance in Spanish, but are told they do not have anyone who speaks your language; you are worried and in need of assistance, but are just not comfortable speaking in English. If your organization doesn't provide services in a manner that makes the consumers feel connected, then their full attention won't be obtained.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 18, 2023

HAVE THEM AT HELLO Start with an irresistible subject line that’s 50 characters or less and grabs your audience’s attention: Convey urgency. (“Our Ask a question. (“How When segmenting your list, be careful about language that could alienate certain donors. Our supply of pantry items will last only 30 days.”) Personalize it. (“Joe,

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Get Fully Funded

JUNE 25, 2023

If someone asks you why you put so much work and energy into your nonprofit, this is the story that answers that question. Once you’ve identified a story that exemplifies your nonprofit at its best, the question is how to tell it. A bad story uses lots of insider language, jargon and “we.” Use visuals. Example #1.

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Greater Giving

JUNE 4, 2021

Pay close attention to social cues and body language! Ask a question about themselves and what interests them. The key to success in soliciting a sponsor is aligning what your nonprofit can offer with their interests, and. showing that you are receptive to their ideas. Is your potential sponsor losing interest?

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ASU Lodestar Center

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

Board assessment tools comes in all shapes and sizes, and may include questions about the organizations mission, strategic direction, board meetings, supporting the CEO/ED and more. A statement can also aid in recruitment and retention of board members. The Council on Nonprofits has samples to review. Invest in training.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 7, 2020

In-person, this can be easier as you can sense a change of energy in the room and read body language. This person can encourage audience members by asking for their comments and questions that can be put in a live text chat and then relayed to the keynote speaker or presenter. Make it Social. The human brain is a social brain.

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 4, 2021

In other words, you might actually be a vitamin type of cause, but you better find someone or something you serve who has an urgent need or you will miss this opportunity to capture attention and support when people likely have more time and empathy than during stronger economic cycles. Candy is out of the question.

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